I have been using this pruner everywhere around the outside of my house and so has my husband! It is easy to use and cuts cleanly and quickly without a lot of effort! My bushes are thanking me now!

· Compost Tumbler: What better gift for an eco-friendly dad than a compost tumbler? Composting enriches soil, saves water and reduces landfill waste! The best model for small gardens, the Back Porch, ($199) makes compost in as little as 4-6 weeks.

· Plants of Steel: This year, forget a tie. Pick up a hard-to-kill Plant of Steel ($ varies) from Costa Farms. Caring for these green kids is easy. Choose from five low-maintenance varieties to fit dad’s style. Available at your local grocery or garden retailer.